BIND SME Connection

Success Story and Startup Network Alumni

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1st Edition

In the 1st Edition of this program, leading Basque companies from dynamic industry cluster organizations defined twelve joint challenges that affect their businesses. The SME Connection Challenges are characterized by a common technological need shared by several businesses within each sector or industry cluster. Participating SMEs aspire to select a Startup solution that appeals to them, in some cases there may be more than one startup selected for a challenge. Alternatively, each Startup can have as many client contracts as they are capable of, the contracts are defined and signed directly with the SME companies and there is no equity exchanged.

01. CHALLENGE ONE

Optimisation of inbound logistics at treatment plants

02. CHALLENGE TWO

Optimisation of the internal operability of waste treatment plants

03. CHALLENGE THREE

Prevention and management of emergency situations

01. CHALLENGE ONE

Digital transformation of electrical installation maintenance.

02. CHALLENGE TWO

Finished product traceability for after sales and maintenance services.

03. CHALLENGE THREE

Incorporation of computer vision in integral cargo handling solutions.

01. CHALLENGE ONE

Improved data visualisation.

02. CHALLENGE TWO

Data intelligence to optimise internal and external processes.

03. CHALLENGE THREE

Quality control enabling technologies.

01. CHALLENGE ONE

Optimisation of Quality Control with product design and manufacturing technologies.

02. CHALLENGE TWO

Product traceability and production improvements using secure Sensorics.

03. CHALLENGE THREE

Remote assistance services by applying Augmented Reality.

1st Edition Participating SME Members

1st Edition Startup Success Stories

The first edition wrapped up with 18 Startups working on challenges with Industrial SMEs. These startups responded to the cluster-led challenges with new technologies and innovative solutions. Please click the “Connect Now” button to stay informed about BIND SME Connection.

2nd Edition

The SMEs that form the BIND SME Connection are active members of different Basque Clusters and leaders of reference in their sector. This year, 24 SMEs are looking for innovative solutions to respond to the new challenges faced by the industry in its digital transformation process, through the application and development of disruptive technologies.